Best 3 Roasted Scottish Pheasants With Apricots And Dates 21 Club Recipes

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In the culinary world, there exists a dish that embodies both elegance and rustic charm – the roasted Scottish pheasant with apricots and dates, famously served at the renowned 21 Club in New York City. This dish holds a special place in the hearts of epicureans, tantalizing taste buds with its harmonious blend of gamey pheasant, sweet dried fruits, and aromatic herbs. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind this delectable recipe, offering step-by-step instructions to recreate this masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED SCOTTISH PHEASANTS WITH APRICOTS AND DATES '21' CLUB



Roasted Scottish Pheasants with Apricots and Dates '21' Club image

Categories     Game     Poultry     Roast     Christmas     Dried Fruit     Date     Triple Sec     White Wine     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup dried apricots
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 large limes)
2 tablespoons sugar
two 2 1/2- to 3-pound pheasants (preferably wild Scottish)*
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons dried thyme, crumbled
2 bay leaves
vegetable oil for brushing pheasants
1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped
Garnish: fresh thyme sprigs
*available at some butcher shops and by mail order from D'Artagnan, tel.(800)327-8246 or (201) 792-0748

Steps:

  • In a small heatproof bowl cover apricots with boiling water and soak 10 minutes. Drain apricots and cut into quarters. In a small saucepan simmer wine, liqueur, lime juice, and sugar 5 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cut off legs of pheasants and reserve for another use. Sprinkle pheasants inside and out with pepper and salt to taste. Put 1 teaspoon thyme and 1 bay leaf in cavity of each pheasant and close cavities with skewers or toothpicks so that pheasants hold their shape.
  • Brush pheasants with oil and in a roasting pan arrange, breast side down. Roast pheasants 20 minutes and discard any fat in roasting pan. Turn pheasants over and to pan add apricots, wine mixture, and dates. Roast pheasants, adding about 1/2 cup water if all liquid evaporates, 25 minutes more, or until thermometer inserted in thickest part of breast registers 160°F. Let pheasants stand 10 minutes.
  • Transfer pheasants to a cutting board and cut each in half. Serve pheasants with apricot date sauce and garnish with thyme.

TOASTED OAT MUFFINS WITH APRICOTS, DATES, AND WALNUTS



Toasted Oat Muffins with Apricots, Dates, and Walnuts image

Toasting oats adds such great flavor to these muffins. I've tried them with chopped fresh apple and raisins too. Feel free to change up the fruits and nuts based on what you have on hand.

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground allspice
⅓ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
⅓ cup chopped dried apricots
⅓ cup chopped dates
½ cup butter, melted and cooled
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  • Spread oats on a rimmed baking sheet and place in the preheating oven until toasted and fragrant, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Mix toasted oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and allspice in a large bowl. Add walnuts, apricots, and dates.
  • Whisk melted butter, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl. Pour over the flour mixture and mix briefly until batter is combined. Scoop batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 327.2 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

ROASTED PHEASANTS WITH OYSTER STUFFING



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A hunter's holiday dinner from field editor Gloria Warczak of Cedarburg, Wisconsin features bacon-topped pheasants with savory oyster stuffing. No hunters in the family? Many meat departments can order pheasant, or you could substitute two broiler-fryer chickens.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can (8 ounces) whole oysters
2 cups herb stuffing mix
2 cups corn bread stuffing mix
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup egg substitute
2 pheasants (2 to 3 pounds each)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
6 bacon strips

Steps:

  • Drain oysters, reserving liquid; coarsely chop oysters. In a large bowl, combine the oysters and liquid, stuffing mixes, 3/4 cup broth, onion, celery and egg substitute. Loosely stuff into pheasants. Skewer or fasten openings. Tie drumsticks together. Place breast side up on a rack in a roasting pan. , Combine Worcestershire sauce and remaining broth; spoon over pheasants. Sprinkle with poultry seasoning. Place three bacon strips over each pheasant. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until a thermometer reads 180° for poultry and 165° for stuffing. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes before removing stuffing and slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 178mg cholesterol, Sodium 1053mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 62g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right pheasants: Look for plump, well-feathered birds with bright eyes. Avoid any birds that appear thin or sickly.
  • Prepare the pheasants properly: Remove the feathers and giblets, and rinse the birds thoroughly inside and out. Pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Marinate the pheasants: Marinating the pheasants in a flavorful mixture of herbs, spices, and liquids will help to tenderize the meat and infuse it with flavor.
  • Roast the pheasants at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin and juicy meat.
  • Baste the pheasants frequently: Basting the birds with the pan juices will help to keep them moist and prevent them from drying out.
  • Serve the pheasants with a flavorful sauce: A simple pan sauce made with the pan juices, wine, and herbs is a great way to complement the roasted pheasants.

Conclusion:

Roasted Scottish pheasants with apricots and dates is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with the tender meat of the pheasants, makes this dish a surefire crowd-pleaser. So next time you're looking for a unique and memorable meal, give this recipe a try!

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